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$749,998

252 56th St

Brooklyn, NY
Active
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1920
Year Built
47
Days On Market

It's our pleasure to introduce this wonderful East Flatbush brick gem that has been in the same family for decades. An ideal one family home that features 3 large bedrooms, 2 baths , and spacious basement. This home blends classic Brooklyn character with everyday modern conveniences. The open-concept living space is ideal for entertaining and family functions. Private backyard, wide shared driveway and detached garage ideal for storage. Convenient to fantastic shopping: supermarkets, cafe's, award winning public and private schools , and various houses of worship. Easy access to major subway lines including nearby 2,3,5 and B trains) for a seamless commute to Manhattan and Brooklyn. Convenient to bus at Kings Highway and Snyder Avenue and Church Avenue and East 55th Street. This gem will not last and kindly call to schedule an appointment. This house is the perfect home for a 203K loan.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
09/10/2026
Listed By
Doreen Alfano · BERGEN BASIN REALTY LLC, 7187634110
MLS#
11973877
Source
NY State MLS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
252 E 56th St, Brooklyn, NY 11203
City
Brooklyn
County
Kings
Zip Code
11203

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Stories
2
Year Built
1920
Style
0
Construction Materials
Brick
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Detached

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard

Property Features

Lot Features
Near Public Transit

Square Footage

Total
1,440 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$749,998
Annual Taxes
$6,200

Schools

100/100
It Takes A Village Academy
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.2 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
597
Student body
89% Black · 6% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
67%
Phone
(718) 629-2307
100/100
Ivy Hill Preparatory Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.5 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
213
Student body
89% Black · 6% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Two or More Races
Phone
(917) 789-8959
99/100
Ps 268 Emma Lazarus
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.5 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
422
Student body
94% Black · 4% Hispanic / Latino · 2% White
Free/reduced lunch
89%
Phone
(718) 773-5332
73/100
Ps 135 Sheldon A Brookner
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.5 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
308
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
78% Black · 9% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
90%
Phone
(718) 693-4363
71/100
Brooklyn Science And Engineering Academy
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.2 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
378
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
87% Black · 8% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
82%
Phone
(718) 240-3790
62/100
New American Academy Charter School (The)
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.6 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
254
Parent reviews
4.8★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
94% Black · 6% Hispanic / Latino · 0% Two or More Races
Phone
(718) 385-1709
55/100
New Hope Academy Charter School
Grades M–M · 0.5 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
401
Student body
96% Black · 2% Hispanic / Latino · 1% American Indian / Alaska Native
Free/reduced lunch
81%
Phone
(718) 337-8303
54/100
Cultural Academy For The Arts And Sciences
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.2 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
296
Student body
82% Black · 13% Hispanic / Latino · 1% American Indian / Alaska Native
Free/reduced lunch
81%
Phone
(718) 968-6630

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
09/10/2026Listed for sale$749,998

Listed by Doreen Alfano · BERGEN BASIN REALTY LLC · 7187634110

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